2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto and 2008 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2008 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Picanto | 316 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |